Today's Magazine for Artful Living
First Day Hikes at Washington State ParksJanuary 1 – Free DayRing in the New Year with Washington State Parks! First Day Hikes offer an experience for everyone to get outside and enjoy our beautiful state parks.Participate in ranger and staff-led hikes, bike rides, snowshoe excursions and more offered at 40+ parks on New Year’s Day. […]
Polar Bear PlungeJanuary 1, 11:30am Adult Only, 12:30pm Cub & Family (ages 10 and younger)$10 + taxKick off the new year by plunging into Puget Sound. Warm beverages will be available at the event!Costumes are welcome and encouranged but not required.Shoes/foot protection highly recommended.Day-of registration will be available (cash not accepted).For the safety of participants, […]
Wonder: Winter Flower ShowDecember 2 – January 7, 10am – 3pmW W Seymour Conservatory highlights the beauty of the seasons with four distinctive displays each year. As we plan each show, we think of a theme that reminds us to breathe in magical moments when we come across them, and to remind ourselves to appreciate […]
Puyallup Home ShowJanuary 5 – 7, Friday & Saturday 10am – 6pm, Sunday 10am – 5pmExperience the all-indoor event designed for homeowners new and old in all stages of remodeling and landscaping. Includes hundreds of exhibits with product demonstrations to enhance a wide variety of interests. Complimentary parking.Washington State Fairgrounds & Event Center Showplex110 9th […]
The Velveteen RabbitDecember 8 – 24 & January 5 – 7, Fridays & Saturdays 7pm, Sundays 3pmWritten by Thomas Olson, and based on the story by Margery WilliamsnDirected by Victor VelazquezA boy receives a stuffed rabbit as a Christmas gift and comes to love him. When the boy becomes sick, the rabbit gives him love and makes the […]
Auditions: Stinky Cheese & Other Fairly Stupid TalesJanuary 6, noon & 8, 6pm10+Prepare a 2-3 minute fairytale – can be an existing fairytale or write your own! Please limit your fairytale to 3 minutes max. Cold readings and singing auditions will follow.Performance dates: March 1 – 17Western Washington Center for the Artswwca.us
Tacoma Wedding ShowJanuary 6 & 7Find all of the resources that you need to plan your wedding from flowers and party décor rentals to venues and photographers, all located in and/or servicing the South Sound region including South King, Pierce, Thurston, Kitsap, and beyond.Greater Tacoma Convention Center1500 Commerce St, TacomaHome | Tacoma Wedding Show (thetacomaweddingshow.com)
Coffee with the BirdsJanuary 7, 9 – 11amFreeJoin Metro Parks Tacoma naturalists for coffee as we discuss a special topic about birds found in Point Defiance Park, followed by a bird walk. Sharpen your bird watching skills and socialize with other birders.Bring binoculars and weather appropriate attireCoffee is complimentary, please bring your own coffee mug. […]
5th Annual Oly on IceNovember 17 – January 15Celebrate the season on the ice. 75-minute sessions available. Book online for advance tickets or on-site, on a first-come/first served basis. We highly recommend using the online option to ensure you’re able to reserve your preferred time. Tickets may be purchased at the ice rink, but quantities may […]
Tacoma Light TrailDecember 31 – January 14, 5 – 9pmDecember 31 Light ParadeIt’s all FREE, walkable/drivable and perfect to light up the darkest winter nights. Enjoy the New Year’s Eve Light Parade featuring a fire-breathing dragon and light up the darkest of the years’ nights. Live music, circus acts, dance, light art in Tollefson Plaza […]
Zoo Guide Applications Now OpenApplications are now open for high school students to become summer Zoo Guide volunteers at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium. As a Zoo Guide, students will educate guests about the zoo and aquarium’s animals and important conservation and environmental issues.Applications available at: High school volunteer at Point Defiance Zoo: camps, zoo […]
Comedy UndergroundJanuary 11, 7:30pmComedy Underground is back to make you laugh. Each event features a new slate of touring comedians that are sure to make you laugh out loud! Recommended for ages 18+.Washington Center Black Box512 Washington St SE, Olympia360.753.8586, washingtoncenter.org
Black Box Jazz: Alexy NikolaevJanuary 12, 8pmAlexey Nikolaev has performed at jazz festivals all over the world. He has made Seattle his home since 2000 and regularly performs and records with other Seattle jazz artists.Washington Center Black Box512 Washington St SE, Olympia360.753.8586, washingtoncenter.org
Giraffes Can’t DanceJanuary 12, 6pmIn this stage adaptation of the beloved children’s book, with puppets, African rhythm, and lots of dancing, Gerald the Giraffe learns that his differences are what make him special.Pantages Theater901 Broadway, Tacoma253.346.1721, tacomaartslive.org
South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) Martin Luther King Jr. Annual EventJanuary 12, 7:30pmSPSCC invites the community to its annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Event to gain valuable perspectives on the pursuit of educational equity. Spencer Paysinger, former NFL linebacker and accomplished speaker, takes the stage to deliver a keynote address on “Overcoming the Obstacles […]
Heritage Skills Workshop: Curing & ButcheringJanuary 13This Heritage Skills Workshop provides hands-on learning experiences with a variety of valuable historic skills. Learn the art of curing & Butchering in this workshop.Fort Nisqually Living History MuseumFive Mile Drive, Point Defiance Park, Tacoma253.404.3970, fortnisqually.org
Iranian Daf Music WorkshopJanuary 14, 1 – 2:30pmFree. 12+Join guest artists Jan and Tovas Porvas of Tora’dan for a free 1.5-hour workshop to learn about and enjoy the Iranian Daf. Daf is a Middle Eastern frame drum musical instrument in use for thousands of years, both for popular and classical music in South and Central […]
Mimosa 5kJanuary 14, 9:30amGrab your girlfriends and make a weekend outing. Sunday, we run/walk a flat 5K route and afterward enjoy Mimosas (discounted price), great food and friendship.South Sound Running115 Meridian S Puyallupwebsite https://raceroster.com/events/2023/63909/mimosa-5k
MLK Day of ServiceJanuary 14, 9am – noonServe the Tacoma Community by volunteering your time on Martin Luther King Jr Day at these parks: Oak Tree Park, Point Defiance Park, Senator Rosa Franklin Park.Register and learn more: metroparkstacoma.org/eventsMetro Parks Tacoma
Tacoma Annual Martin Luther King Jr CelebrationJanuary 15, 11am programThis annual community event includes community service awards, recognizing excellence with the Lifetime Service Award and the Emerging Leader Award, as well as a celebratory program and community outreach fair.Greater Tacoma Convention Center1500 Commerce St, Tacomacityoftacoma.org
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr Day CommemorationJanuary 15, 10am – 5pmFree admission and performances at 11am & 1pmCommemorate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with free admission and programming at the Washington State History Museum. The event will feature two performances of the new play Where the Blooming Flowers Meet the Sky by local performer […]
Home Selling Prep SeminarJanuary 16, 6 – 7pmWondering how to prepare to sell your home fast and for top dollar? Register today for this FREE seminar.Federal Way Keller Williams33434 8th Ave S STE 103, Federal Wayhttps://www.eventbrite.com/o/keller-williams-team-red-17971639991253.449.8088—
Goblet WeekJanuary 17 – 21Goblet Week will feature four Visiting Artists who are some of the best in the game of Italian-style goblets; Dante Marioni, James Mongrain, Katherine Gray, and Granite Calimpong. Each artist will spend their day in the Hot Shop showcasing their unique approach to making goblets (or “cups,” as they are affectionately called […]
Scholarly Selections: The 1904 Wreck of the S.S. ClallamJanuary 18, 6 – 7:30pmFree120 years ago this January, the 6-month-old steamship Clallam sank in the Strait of Juan de Fuca, resulting in the deaths of at least 56 people. The aftermath was one of the largest scandals in Washington State and British Columbia and led to […]
Pier PeerJanuary 19, 7:30 – 9pmAges 8+Join this nighttime adventure to see what’s in the waters of Puget Sound. Peer at hundreds of mysterious life forms drawn to the underwater lights.Program takes place at night on a floating dock without railings.Dress for the cold and bring your own light.PFDs will be provided but you are […]
Family Nature Walks: Winter WonderlandJanuary 20Free, Ages 3+10 – 11am, Titlow Park & Lodge, 8425 6th Ave, Tacoma1 – 2pm, Swan Creek Park Lister Uplands, 4738 E T St, TacomaExplore these Metro Parks Tacoma with naturalist-led walks.metroparkstacoma.org
Northwest Sinfonietta: Sky & SeaSaturday, January 20, 7:30pm, Schneebeck Concert Hall, University of Puget Sound, N Union St TacomaSunday, January 21, 2pm, Pioneer Park Pavilion, 300 S Meridian, PuyallupInspired by our beautiful Puget Sound region and the importance of caring for it, Northwest Sinfonietta’s Sky and Sea explores three expansive and imaginative works—Marjan Mozetich’s Postcards from […]
Pink MartiniJanuary 21, 7:30pmDrawing inspiration from music from all over the world – crossing genres of classical, jazz and old-fashioned pop – Thomas Lauderdale founded Pink Martini in 1994 to provide more beautiful and inclusive musical soundtracks for political fundraisers for causes such as civil rights, affordable housing, the environment, libraries, public broadcasting, education and parks.Washington […]
2024 Winter Garden PoetrySubmissions accepted through January 26Participants must be Washington State residents and be available to record their poems and have headshot photos taken onsite at Lakewold Gardens the week of February 13.Poets of all backgrounds and ages are invited to participate. The poems will be featured at a special event on Saturday, February […]
Coming to LightDecember 10 – January 28Free with admissionComing to Light is an exhibit of works by members of the Contemporary QuiltArt Association that adds light to the darkest time of year. The theme of light can have many layers—physical light emitted by heavenly bodies, fire, reflections, humankind’s creations; the illumination that comes with discovery; the uncovering of […]
Registration for Valentine’s 5KThrough January 26Race Day February 10,10amAges 6+This is an out-and-back along Ruston Way, beginning at Metro Parks amazing attraction, Dune Peninsula, past Point Ruston, and back.Dune Peninsula at Point Defiance Park5361 Yacht Club Rd, TacomaValentines Day 5K – Metro Parks Tacoma
Voices of Tacoma: A Gathering of PoetsSubmissions Accepted January 1 – 31 for Upcoming AnthologyPartly funded by the Tacoma Artists Initiative Program, this is a project to create an anthology of poetry of Tacoma, the first to be published in several years. While about or inspired by Tacoma, the project is open to writers from […]
Financial Freedom in 5 Years Real Estate SeminarJanuary 23, 6 – 7:30pmWant to be financially free in 5 years with real estate? Register today and join us for this FREE real estate seminar.Online and in personKeller Williams Gig Harbor3212 50th St Crt, Ste #200, Gig Harborhttps://www.eventbrite.com/o/keller-williams-team-red-17971639991253.449.8088
January SnowshoeingJanuary 25, 50+, 7:301m – 2pm, pick-up at STAR Center, 3873 s 66th St, TacomaEnjoy the Winter Wonderland of the Cascade Mountains while socializing with new and old friends.Metro Parks Tacomametroparkstacoma.orgSnow Adventures – Metro Parks Tacoma
Tacoma Home + Garden ShowJanuary 25 – 28Doors open at 11am250+ booths for all homeowners to enjoy.Tacoma Dome2727 E D St, TacomaTacoma Home + Garden Show | Tacoma Dome
HOCM After Hours: Fossils, Friends & Old FashionsJanuary 26, 7 – 10pm21+A night of prehistoric fun with DJ Wes Jameison. Meet fossil experts and learn about paleontology. Whiskey trivia, crafts and more.Eat, drink, play & learn!Hands On Children’s Museum414 Jefferson St NE, OlympiaHOCM After Hours – Hands On Children’s Museum
DeathtrapA Mystery, Thriller & Comedy by Ira LevinJanuary 19 – February 4Sidney Bruhl would do anything to publish the next great play. He would even kill for it. This dark comedy thriller will have audiences laughing one moment and screaming in terror the next as Sidney discovers he may not be the only murderer in […]
Jamie Lissow, Comedian Actor and Fox News’ Gutfield! GuestJanuary 26, 8pmActor, and comedian Jamie Lissow is currently a regular weekly guest on the #1-rated late-night talk show, Gurfeld! on Fox TV. Jamie is best known for his starring role in two seasons of the Netflix Original Series Real Rob.Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center31510 […]
Pink Martini featuring China ForbesJanuary 26, 7:30 pmThe biggest little orchestra around returns to Tacoma, drawing inspiration from music from all over the world and performing genres of classical, jazz, and old-fashioned pop.Pantages Theater901 Broadway, Tacoma253.346.1721, tacomaartslive.org
Potted Potter – The Unauthorized Harry Experience – A Parody by Dan and JeffJanuary 26, 7:30pmPlaying to sold out houses all over the world, the Olivier Award nominated Potted Potter – The Unauthorized Harry Experience – A Parody by Dan and Jeff takes on the ultimate challenge of condensing all seven Harry Potter books into […]
Federal Way Symphony Presents Big Band Session with Kevin HicksJanuary 27, 7:30pmEnjoy big band standards, swing, jazz and more with trombonist Kevin Hicks.Federal Way Performing Arts & Event Center31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way S, Federal Way, WA253.835.7010 | fwpaec.org
Bridging the Gap Half Marathon &10KJanuary 27th, 8:30amThis is a newly developed course connecting two communities through running & walking, USATF Certification is pending.Puyallup Riverwalk trail Sumner LinkWebsite https://raceroster.com/events/2024/78809/bridging-the-gap-half-marathon-and-10k
Metro Parks Tacoma Disability Resource & Recreation FairJanuary 27, 1 – 3pmFreeConnect with local disability advocates, services groups, and recreation organizations to learn about accessibility and inclusivity in your community.Win prizes with raffle tickets at the door and at vendor booths.Sign up for adaptive recreational programs throughout TacomaGet more information on the accessibility resources available to […]
Home Buying Mortgage Hacks SeminarJanuary 27, 10 – 11:30amWondering how to make home-buying affordable and win a house in today’s market?! Register today for this FREE real estate seminar.online and in-person.Gig Harbor Keller Williams3212 50th Ct, Ste #200https://www.eventbrite.com/o/keller-williams-team-red-17971639991253.449.8088
Johnny Cash – The Official Concert ExperienceJanuary 27, 7:30pmExperience ‘The Man In Black’ with a multimedia celebration, live band, and on-screen narration by John Carter Cash.Pantages Theater901 Broadway, Tacoma253.346.1721, tacomaartslive.org
Johnny Cash – The Official Concert ExperienceJanuary 28, 7pmBringing songs and stories from the “Man in Black” to the stage in a way that audiences haven’t seen or heard before. With video of Johnny from episodes of The Johnny Cash TV Show projected on a screen above the stage, a live band and singers will […]
Momentum: New Work in the TAM CollectionOpens December 9, Wednesday – Sunday 10am – 5pm, Thursdays free 5 – 8pmTacoma Art Museum’s collection of art sets it apart from most museums. With more than 5,400 works in the collection, TAM is focused on regional art by Northwest artists, including major holdings of studio glass art […]
Tet Lunar New YearJanuary 28, noon – 4pmFreeCelebrating the Year of the Dragon in 2024.and experience Vietnamese art & culture.Lion DanceLucky Money GivingAo dai Fashion ShowMartial Arts PerformanceTraditional Vietnamese FoodEnjoy outstanding entertainment including a variety of performancesEastside Community Center1721 E 56th St, TacomaTet Lunar New Year – Metro Parks Tacoma
13th Annual Fine Art Postcard ExhibitionJanuary 2 – February 2closing reception February 2, 6pmThis year’s theme, ‘The Creature Within’, was selected from last year’s community suggestions. The exhibition will feature postcard-sized (4” x 6”) original artworks created by artists of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds–including SPSCC students, staff, and faculty. Works will be sold through a […]
Horizons Economic Forecast 2024 January 31, 7 – 9am Join Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber of Commerce for this breakfast event where you will hear from local and regional business leaders in a wide array of sectors, as well as leading economists who will discuss our local, regional, and national economies. These insights make this an invaluable event […]
Always Prepared – Building the Road for EqualityFebruary 1, 5:30 – 8pmFree with pre-registrationIn honor of Black History Month, and in partnership with the Buffalo Soldiers Museum, Luther Adams, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Ethnic, Gender and Labor Studies at the University of Washington Tacoma, will lead a discussion acknowledging and affirming the importance of Black military […]
International Guitar NightFebruary 1, 7:30pmHear the world’s best guitar musicians on one stage together! This year, the lineup includes three International Guitar Night favorites and an exciting newcomer. Italian acoustic rock sensation Luca Stricagnoli, returns to our stage along with progressive fingerstyle guitarist, Thu Le from Vietnam and Marco Pereira, the award-winning master composer and […]
Epic QueenFebruary 2, 8pmEpic Queen is a powerful and dynamic live tribute to Queen.You’ll hear hits like “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “We Will Rock You,” “Another One Bites the Dust,” “We Are the Champions,” “Fat Bottomed Girls” and more during this intoxicating evening with Epic Queen!Federal Way Performing Arts & Event Center31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way S, […]
First Friday Night at Hands on Childrens MuseumFebruary 2, 4 – 8pm$1 AdmissionMembers FreeEnjoy monthly themed, hands-on activities and museum exhibits.Reduced admission is part of the museum’s Inspired Learning for All partnership with WSECU.Hands on Childrens Museum414 Jefferson St NE, Olympia360.956.0818, hocm.org
Funk OFF! Olympia’s Funk FestivalFebruary 2 – 4Downtown Olympia will be transformed into a funky wonderland with three days of non-stop rhythm, electrifying beats, and pure celebration!Get ready to be captivated by nationally acclaimed headliners, a star-studded lineup of Seattle and Portland’s finest musicians, and some of Olympia’s own homegrown funk talents. Outside the venues, Washington […]
Jacobsen Series: Puget Sound Piano TrioFebruary 2, 7:30pmEnjoy a performance by the Puget Sound Piano Trio, the School of Music ensemble-in-residence featuring Maria Sampen, violin, Alistair MacRae, cello; and Ronaldo Rolim, piano.All are invited to a reception following the program hosted by the SAI international music organization.University of Puget Sound1500 N Warner, Tacomaups.edu
Olympia Youth of the Year Community CelebrationFebruary 2, 7pmJoin us as we award the title of Thurston County Youth of the Year. All candidates embody the values of leadership, service, academic excellence, healthy lifestyle and exemplify the impact Clubs have had on their lives.RMAC Branch of Boys & Girls Clubs of Thurston County’200 Sleater Kinney […]
Black History CelebrationFebruary 3, 11am – 3pmFreeFebruary is Black History Month and Metro Parks Tacoma would like to celebrate the many achievements and contributions made by African Americans to our economic, cultural, spiritual, and political development. At People’s Center, we’re celebrating every day with free offers and family activities.People’s Community Center1602 Martin Luther King Jr […]
Colin & Brad: Asking for TroubleFebruary 3, 7:30pmLike a comedic high-wire act, Whose Line is it Anyway? stars Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood balance sharp wit and audience suggestions to deliver non-stop hilarity for all ages.Pantages Theater901 Broadway, Tacoma253.346.1721, tacomaartslive.org
Heritage Skills Workshop: Leather WorkingFebruary 3, 10am – 1pmhis is a beginning level class in basic hand stitched leatherwork. We will be constructing a simple pouch, a small sheath for a pair of nippers, and a small needle case.Materials will be provided, and the participant will go home with a pair of thread nippers, a […]
Pier Into the NightFebruary 3, 6 – 7pmTake an underwater journey of Gig Harbor Bay without getting wet (or needing special certification) through the Pier Into the Night experience.From the dock, you can watch as our ROV and volunteer divers use an underwater video camera to live stream what they encounter below the surface. Staff […]
Sarah Hagen- Wonder Women! A Celebration of Female ComposersFebruary 3, 7:30pmIn “Wonder Women!”, pianist and humorist Sarah Hagen delves into the remarkable stories and piano music of forgotten female composers from the classical repertoire. This recital will highlight piano works by 18th and 19th century composers, including Clara Schumann, Cécile Chaminade, Delphine von Schauroth, and […]
Solidarity Now! 1968 Poor People’s CampaignOpening February 3 through April 28This traveling exhibition from the Smithsonian illuminates the often-overlooked history of the multicultural movement to confront poverty that redefined social justice and activism in America.Washington State History Museum1911 Pacific Ave, Tacomawshs.wa.govSolidarity Now! – Washington State Historical Society (washingtonhistory.org)